6/26/2023 0 Comments Goddess of Filth by V. CastroWomen who embrace and honor their heritage and seek active vengeance against oppressors and colonizers. One of the recurring motifs of Castro’s writing is women who refuse to be cowed and break from the traditional horror molds. Proud of her Mestiza heritage, Castro makes it a centerpiece in her latest collection, Out of Aztlan, with passionate and fiery tales straight out of Aztlan, the mythical homeland of the Aztec people. Rising to prominence with works such as Goddess of Filth, The Queen of Cicadas, and Mestiza Blood, Castro upends traditional horror tropes with primal intensity. It’s been thrilling to watch the ascension of V.
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